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Any icy morning on the Blue Ridge Parkway overlooking the Pisgah National Forest. 📷Photo submitted to the NFF’s annual #NationalForestWeek photo contest by Mallory Foundatin | Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina

Ditch the winter blues and discover National Forests that offer spring break warmth: 🏜️ Desert hikes & canyon lakes 🌟 Dark sky stargazing 🌲 Cypress swamps & coastal trails Trade your coat for a day pack & soak up some sun: nationalforests.org/blog/escape-wi…

Crystalline snow, sparkling powder, hushed white forests—winter on National Forests is extraordinary.❄️ 🎿 122 ski areas including Vail & Snowbird 🏔️ Miles of cross-country trails 🎣 Ice fishing under the Northern Lights Find your winter adventure at ow.ly/LYbL50Y8wov

That is a wrap for our series on hiking and camping basics to help you #GetOuside more in 2026, but we hope it’s not a wrap on your adventures! Stay motivated with our monthly newsletter Tree-Mail™ packed with inspiring stories from the forest. 🌲 nationalforests.org/treemail-elg

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A bluebird day on Utah’s Mt. Raymond is a reminder that the wild places we cherish are where we feel most alive. 📷Photo submitted to the NFF’s annual #NationalForestWeek photo contest by Bradford Schaub | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Utah

Adventure > misadventure. Stay safe on the trail by taking these simple precautions: 👥Bring friends 📍Share your plans 🗺️Download maps 💧Water + snacks Find our full guide with tips for beginners on how to confidently #GetOutside more in 2026 at ow.ly/4AFO50XSbF1

Summer's best forest adventures are booking NOW. The Main Salmon River permit lottery closes Jan 31—your chance to float a canyon deeper than the Grand Canyon. 🏞️ Start planning your National Forest escape today at Recreation.gov.

Car camping = the perfect first overnight adventure. Park steps from your tent, no survival skills needed. 🏕️ Read our full camping guide for packing and budget tips, and visit @recreation_gov when you are ready #GetOutside and reserve a campsite. 👉 ow.ly/vajP50XSbJv

National Forests have 150,000 miles of trails to explore. Start your journey with a trail: 📏 Around 2-5 miles ⛰️ Under 500 ft. of elevation gain 🥾 Has wide, well-marked paths Start small. Build confidence. #GetOutside more in 2026. Find a forest: ow.ly/Cq0l50XSbIy

If your resolution is to #GetOutside more, start small! Follow along all month for beginner-friendly tips on finding easy trails, first camping trips, essential gear, and staying safe. Let's make this the year it actually sticks.🌲ow.ly/hlUa50XSbHA

It's #NationalBirdDay. Is your child texting about birds? 🐦 🦃 🦆 🦅 Just to be safe, you might want to check out our latest blog post on six winter birds you can find on National Forests so you can keep up with those crazy kids. 📱 Find it at ow.ly/LArJ50XNcWn

With numerous waterfalls tucked across Willamette National Forest, winter turns each one into its own icy masterpiece. Can you guess which waterfall is pictured? 📷 Photo by Destiny Pauls | Willamette National Forest, Oregon #ForestFriday

A fresh blanket of snow reflects our desire to start a new chapter with 2026, but it also invites us to slow down and notice the ways we find joy in the world around us. ❄️ We wish you a peaceful and joyous new year. 📷Photo by Dan Lawler

Happy holidays from the National Forest Foundation! ✨ Whether you're cozying up by the fire, exploring snow-covered trails with your furry best friend, or enjoying a festive meal with loved ones, we hope your day is filled with joy and warmth. 📷 Photo by Megan Brief

Trotting through the towering snow-covered trees of Montana’s Custer Gallatin National Forest. 📷Photo submitted to the NFF’s annual #NationalForestWeek photo contest by Jesse Nehring | Custer Gallatin National Forest, Montana

Still on the hunt for this year’s Christmas tree? 🎄 Create lasting memories by cutting your own tree on a National Forest. Visit recreation.gov this holiday season to find a forest, purchase your permit, and discover a new and unforgettable holiday tradition.

National Forests give us a lot to be thankful for: clean air, fresh water, and adventure around every corner. #TrailThatConnectsUs 🎁 Show your thanks this #Thanksgiving by donating today—gifts will be matched through 12/31: ow.ly/Rl3s50XtKKi

In 2017, fire devastated the Columbia River Gorge. But with NFF’s leadership and dedicated partners, we’ve reopened nearly EVERY MILE of trail damaged in the fire. That’s our impact together. 🎁 Start your trail today and we’ll match your gift: ow.ly/CfT650Xx8Lb

Posting a wild turkey photo every day until our boss tells us to stop. Wild turkeys can make more than 30 different vocalizations, from soft purrs to loud yelps to gobble gobbles. If they had a group chat, you’d definitely mute it. 📸 John Mack (sharetheexperience)